No WiFi, no proper roads: In Rishikesh, architect brothers built a Harry Potter-inspired mud house, complete with jungle trails and Ganga viewsA magical mud house in Rishikesh, inspired by Harry Potter's Hagrid's hut, offers a unique escape from urban life. Built by architect broth...
01 Jun, 2026, 08.17 AM IST
Who is Mark Smythe, and how and where did he die? Hollywood composer cause of death revealed as New Zealander dies while hiking on Mount Wilson Trail in CaliforniaWho is Mark Smythe, and how and where did he die? Mark Smythe, a composer and professor from New Zealand, died after a medical emergency wh...
11 May, 2026, 10.02 PM IST
Farah Khan enjoys sun, hailstorm, mood changes on Mussoorie vacation. 5 offbeat summer activities for travellersFilmmaker Farah Khan is enjoying a refreshing vacation in Mussoorie, embracing the hill station's recent drop in temperature due to heavy r...
06 May, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
BJP does it again! Takes saffron wave into Mamata’s bastion on back of winning streakA new chapter in Indian politics is unfolding. The BJP's return in Haryana signifies a strategic revival, and the once-unbreakable grip of ...
04 May, 2026, 10.26 PM IST
Kazhakoottam Election Results 2026: BJP's V Muraleedharan pulls a stunning victory in Kerala, CPI(M) candidate defeatedKazhakoottam Election Results 2026: Kazhakoottam's election was a tight race between CPI (M)'s Kadakampally Surendran and BJP candidate V M...
04 May, 2026, 06.07 PM IST
A 2,000-year-old street staple from India is now ranked among world’s 10 best pancakesIndia's beloved Masala Dosa has been recognized globally, ranking sixth on TasteAtlas' list of the world's best pancakes. This traditional ...
01 May, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
Roughly 300 kms from Pune, Hyderabad: 14 offbeat destinations for an extended Good Friday weekend, offering an unforgettable experienceWith Good Friday offering a long weekend, metro dwellers in Pune and Hyderabad can escape the city's hustle. Explore offbeat destinations w...
01 Apr, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
West Bengal candidates cook, clean to woo voters during poll seasonWest Bengal election candidates are connecting with voters through everyday activities. They are washing utensils, carrying water, and join...
01 Apr, 2026, 11.54 AM IST
Offbeat Bucket List: Tourism departments promote unique travel experiences across IndiaLooking for a unique holiday experience? Consider skydiving in Madhya Pradesh, exploring a “seabeach” in Rajasthan, or going on a temple tr...
10 Mar, 2024, 08.47 AM IST
Fortresses, traditional sports, hillside vineyards: A heritage trail will help you explore new culturesCharreria is a traditional practice of livestock herding communities of Mexico.
26 Sep, 2019, 05.06 AM IST
Travel local: Explore the temple ruins of Hampi, go on a road trip to SpitiYou can also go on a photography trail to see the lively streets and sea side treats of Mumbai come alive.
21 Mar, 2019, 05.16 AM IST
Rahul Gandhi continues his temple run in KarnatakaCongress president stopped in the heart of Kanakagiri in Koppal district and visited Kanakachala Laxmi-Narasimha temple to pay obeisance to...
11 Feb, 2018, 09.00 PM IST
Trail through the temples of Orchha & feel enlightenedSituated on the banks of Betwa River, Orchha is a quaint yet royal town that enhances the charm of MP. The architecture is the prime attrac...
09 Jun, 2016, 05.13 AM IST
Experience the divinity of temple foods with Times Passion TrailsOver five exciting days of discovery, covering the varied temple foods in Delhi, Mathura, Vrindavan, Jaipur and Nathdwara.
21 Jan, 2016, 08.06 AM IST
Divine intervention: Why temple weddings fail to lose their magicMany South-Indian families opt for kalyan mandapams in Tirupati and Annavaram in Andhra Pradesh and other temples in Tamil Nadu.
02 Oct, 2015, 02.48 PM IST
Need for transparency in religious trustsThe metronome-like regularity with which gold, silver, cash and other valuables are being unearthed from Prashanthi Nilayam should raise ce...
30 Jul, 2011, 07.16 AM IST
Temple trails of India's scenic southern-most tipApart from the splendid ornamentations of Alagar Koil, Madurai’s Meenakshi Temple and Ramanathaswamy's shrine in Rameswaram, India's southe...
24 Jun, 2010, 07.15 AM IST